pat
UK/pæt/US
B2
Definitions
v.
To gently tap or stroke someone or something with the flat of the hand.
轻拍，轻抚
n.
A gentle tap or stroke with the flat of the hand; a small flat lump of soft material.
轻拍；小块（如黄油）
adj.
Exactly suitable or fitting for the occasion; overly neat or glib.
恰好的，合适的；过于圆滑的
adv.
At exactly the right moment; perfectly.
恰好地，适时地
Root Breakdown
Native Englishpatother
=pat
Example Sentences
- 1.
She gave the child a gentle pat on the head to show encouragement.
- 2.
His explanation was so pat that it seemed rehearsed and insincere.